Dhantala

Dhantala is a village located in Ranaghat Ii subdivision of Nadia district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.1km away from sub-district headquarter Nokari (tehsildar office) and 34.9km away from district headquarter Krishnanagar. As per 2009 stats, Kamalpur is the gram panchayat of Dhantala village.

Dhantala has its own place in the vibrant Nadia region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dhantala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhantala is 322113. The village spans a total geographical area of 262.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 741202. Ranaghat is nearest town to Dhantala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Dhantala

Below is a concise population overview of Dhantala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 9,095 4,730 4,365
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 887 455 432
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5,952 3,092 2,860
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 31 15 16
Literate Population 6,332 3,515 2,817
Illiterate Population 2,763 1,215 1,548

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhantala village:

  • The total population of Dhantala village is around 9,095, including approximately 4,730 males and 4,365 females, with a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 887 children aged 0–6 years in Dhantala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhantala village has 5,952 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 31 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhantala village is about 69.62%, with male literacy at 74.31% and female literacy at 64.54%.
  • There are around 1,996 households in Dhantala village.

Connectivity of Dhantala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhantala. As per the 2011 stats, Dhantala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhantala

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhantala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhantala.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhantala

Where is Dhantala located?
Dhantala village is situated in Ranaghat Ii Subdivision, within the Nadia district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhantala?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhantala is Kamalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhantala?
The pincode of Dhantala is 741202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhantala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhantala is 9,095, with 4,730 males and 4,365 females.
How many households are there in Dhantala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhantala village has a total of 1,996 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhantala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhantala is 69.62%. The male literacy rate is 74.31%, while the female literacy rate is 64.54%.